Omaha, NE – A winter storm is wreaking havoc across the Midwest, bringing blizzard conditions, high winds, and dangerous travel from Nebraska to Michigan. Blizzard Warnings are in effect for parts of Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, and northern Michigan, while Winter Storm Warnings stretch into Wisconsin. The system has already caused whiteout conditions, road closures, and scattered power outages, with impacts expected to last through Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service, the storm is producing snow accumulations of 1 to 8 inches, with the heaviest totals expected in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Wind gusts as high as 70 mph will create life-threatening travel conditions, especially on interstates like I-29, I-35, and I-80. Winter Weather Advisories extend as far south as Tennessee, highlighting the storm’s massive reach.
Authorities are urging residents to stay off the roads, as blowing snow and icy conditions make travel treacherous. Those who must drive should prepare for sudden whiteouts and carry emergency supplies. Power outages are possible across Iowa, Nebraska, and Wisconsin due to strong winds bringing down trees and power lines.
Five-Day Forecast for the Midwest
• Thursday, March 6: Snow tapers off, but winds remain strong. Highs in the 30s across much of the region.
• Friday, March 7: Lingering snow showers in the Great Lakes, clearing in the Plains. Highs in the upper 30s to low 40s.
• Saturday, March 8: Mostly sunny and milder, with highs in the 40s and 50s across Iowa, Nebraska, and Wisconsin.
• Sunday, March 9: Spring-like temperatures return, with highs in the 50s and 60s in southern parts of the region.
• Monday, March 10: A warming trend continues, with mostly clear skies and highs in the mid-50s to low 60s.
While conditions improve heading into the weekend, residents should remain cautious of lingering snow drifts and icy roads. The storm’s impact will take time to clear, but a spring warmup is on the horizon.
